


	Type of work: fiber Business Name: Chikako Designs Born in Japan to creative parents who encouraged me to be the same, I am forever inspired by the combination of the influence of my Japanese heritage and my western upbringing. I adore the combination of beautiful Asian prints placed seemingly simply on a uniquely geometric shape, always keeping in mind the functionality of the piece. I knew that I wanted to be involved in the arts for my work. After attending art school and working in NYC and Tokyo as a fashion and costume designer, I returned to the Boston area to start my business. Description of work I like to call my pieces 'East that sometimes meets west'. I routinely spend time in NY and LA at the textile shows and in garment districts to source my fabrics and trims. I try to supplement my fabric supply with trips to Japan whenever I can. My desire is to combine beauty and functionality to create pieces that are unique yet versatile. My pieces include handbags, accessories, pillows and infant clothing. Price range $12.00 to $125.00 Contact information Phone: 781-249-9209 Email: chikakom@rcn.com Web Site: www.chikakodesigns.com				Saori-bag Handbag with black lacquered wooden handles - Print on one side with beads and ribbon detailing, Textured solid on the other side with print pocket detailing, Free standing. 100% cotton 12” X 15” $ 125.00 Hiromi-bag Zippered messenger type bag - textured solid body with 2 large print pockets on the outside. Fully lined in cotton, 2 pockets inside, cute zipper pull detail, Light weight. 100% cotton 14” X 14” $ 59.00 Yuko-tote Reversible tote - print with textured solid detail on one side, textured solid with print pocket detail on the reverse side. Good for documents or to close the top, pull the strings with beads. 100% cotton. 13” X 15” $ 46.00